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Allendale Teams “Dare to Lead”
Allendale is dedicated to cultivating, preparing and developing a diverse and engaged workforce committed to excellence and innovation. In fact, it’s been a part of who we are and our…
Pathways to a Hope-filled Future
At Allendale, we strive to provide youth and families with the tools they need to build a foundation for growth, hope and healing – setting them upon a path of…
Building a Committed, Connected Community
Volunteers are an essential component to supporting the work of any nonprofit agency. Allendale is so fortunate and grateful to have some of the most engaged, compassionate, and generous volunteers…
Recent Posts
“Hope for the Holidays” Event!
Thank you to everyone who supported our Wine Tasting Event on Nov. 6th! If you missed it, don’t worry! You can still purchase…
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update
As we continue to closely monitor the rapidly evolving developments in response to COVID-19, and following the guidance from local and state health officials, Allendale is prepared to navigate…
Help kids cope with changes brought on by pandemic
No school. No day care. No playdates with friends. The COVID-19 crisis has turned our children’s lives upside down, while stoking fear and sparking a range of reactions. Many parents…
How You Can Handle Family Power Struggles
By Dr. Sandra Clavelli, Clinical Psychologist, Allendale Association “The Daily Herald” Health & Fitness – August 10, 2020 With summer in full swing and schools setting learning models for the…
Allendale Celebrates Pride Month
Supporting LGBTQI+ Youth in Their Identity Formation Article by: Dr. Sandra Clavelli, Allendale Director of Outpatient & Clinical Services Pride month can bring up many different reactions and questions about…
How to Know When Kids Could Use a Therapist’s Help
By Dr. Sandra Clavelli, Clinical Psychologist, Allendale Association “The Daily Herald” Health & Fitness – June 8, 2020 It’s been a long couple of months. In many families, parents and…
Helping Kids Handle Anger, Frustration With the Covid-19 Shutdown
By Dr. Sandra Clavelli, Clinical Psychologist, Allendale Association “The Daily Herald” Health & Fitness – May 23, 2020 As Illinois’ stay-at-home order persists and summer plans look different than usual,…
Help Kids Cope with Covid-19 Changes
By Dr. Sandra Clavelli, Clinical Psychologist, Allendale Association “The Daily Herald” Health & Fitness – May 2, 2020 No school. No daycare. No playdates with friends. The COVID-19 crisis has…
How to know when kids could use a therapist’s help
It’s been a long couple of months. In many families, parents and kids have spent far more time together than before. Emotions are running high, patience is wearing thin —…